AU & NZ

Mates and greats remember John Laws at State Funeral in Sydney

There were famous faces, high-profile pollies, dignitaries aplenty  and even a touch of Hollywood in Sydney’s CBD today as legendary broadcaster John Laws was finally laid to rest, honoured with a State Funeral at St Andrew’s Cathedral. Former PM John Howard, actor Russell Crowe (main photo), TV presenter Richard Wilkins and New South Wales Premier… Read More
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UK

Ricky Durkin moves Your Media Group as Programme Director

Ricky Durkin has been named the new Programme Director at Your Media Group.

Ricky, who previously served as Programme Director at Heart Yorkshire, Real Radio Yorkshire and BFBS, and most recently as Head of Content at Radio News Hub, will oversee programming across the group’s stations.
He will be tasked with supporting audience growth and commercial development on Your Harrogate, Your Skipton and Your Ilkley.
Speaking about his appointment, Durkin said: “I can’t wait to get started at the Your Media Group! They super serve listeners and advertisers in their broadcast areas and I’m excited to help a passionate, dedicated and talented team grow the audience and business.
“I’ve really enjoyed my time at Radio News Hub and wish them all the best for the future, but the chance to work in local music radio again was just too much to turn down!
“The Your Media Group have got some exciting plans and I’m thrilled to be involved.”
Your Media Group Managing Director Adam Daniel said: “Ricky brings a wealth of experience in local radio and a strong understanding of what audiences want.
“We’re delighted to welcome him to the team and look forward to seeing the impact he’ll have on our stations as we continue to grow.”
Ricky will step into his new role on Monday 1st December.

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AU & NZ

Triple M Melbourne summer lineup to feature Kate McCarthy, Xander McGuire and Max Gawn

105.1 Triple M Melbourne’s Summer Breakfast lineup has been announced, and its Kate McCarthy and Xander McGuire with Melbourne premiership captain Max Gawn joining them…
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AU & NZ

Carla Bignasca to host 4BC Afternoons in 2026

Carla Bignasca will host 4BC Afternoons in 2026 replacing Sofie Formica who moves to present Breakfast with Dean Miller.
Carla completes 4BC’s weekday live and…
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AU & NZ

i98FM’S Illawarra Convoy raises over $30 million for local community

Following the huge success of Sunday’s 2025 i98FM Illawarra Convoy, event founder and community ambassador Marty Haynes announced on i98FM’s Christian and Bella show today that the event has officially raised a staggering $30,006,878 over its 21-year history. This year’s i98FM Illawarra Convoy alone raised a total of $2,313,243. The fundraising kicked off last week… Read More
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AU & NZ

Top Ten entry for The Imperfects in latest Australian Podcast Ranker

The top five remains unchanged in the latest Triton Digital Australian Podcast Ranker, with LiSTNR duo Hamish & Andy still leading the charge as Australia’s #1 podcast, SCA’s The Imperfects podcast climbed two spots in October, to crack the top 10. ARN’s iHeart continued its momentum in October, with 7.6 million monthly listeners and 26… Read More
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